Brand Name EPPENDORF EPMOTION 5073L

The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) is seeking potential vendors for an Eppendorf epMotion 5073l liquid handling system for their Ecological Research Laboratory in Denver, Colorado. The procurement is specifically for an automated liquid handling system designed to support environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis and genetic research. Interested firms must submit electronic responses by March 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST to Savanna Manning, including a capabilities statement, UEI Number, firm details, business size and ownership status, SAM registration, and point of contact information. Submissions must be unclassified and limited to 10 one-sided pages with specific formatting requirements. The solicitation is currently a Sources Sought Notice under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with the government reserving the right to reject any submitted information.

The procurement is set aside for total small business participation, with a preference for small businesses that can demonstrate successful deployment of at least five similar systems worldwide. The required system must include capabilities such as free-jet pipetting, optical liquid level detection, multiple dispensing tools (1-50mL and 20-300mL), UV decontamination, and comprehensive software for protocol programming. The procurement includes the epMotion 5073l system, power cord, multiple tube racks, dispensing tools, white glove delivery, installation, and onsite user training. Delivery is specified within 90 days of contract award to the Denver Federal Center, Building 56, Room 1330. While no specific award value is mentioned, the solicitation indicates a focused, specialized procurement for a precise scientific instrument with specific technical requirements.